The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics outsourcing and its impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before using third party logistics providers (3PLs). New technologies that provide information during shipments are transforming the way companies work with these providers - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As 3PL services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics outsourcing solutions to power their supply chains.

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November 23, 2021
By Bloomberg
Broken Supply Chains Threaten Ruin at a Growing Number of Small Firms
A growing cohort of smaller companies that survived the cold depths of the pandemic say now they’re in danger because the economy is too hot.
November 19, 2021
By Bloomberg
FedEx Sees 10% Rise in Holiday Package Volume to Record Levels
FedEx is forecasting a 10% increase in holiday package deliveries over a previous record peak season in 2020 as consumers remain hooked on internet shopping even as stores reopen from last year’s lockdowns.
November 17, 2021
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
A 3PL Sheds Manual Processes to Streamline Communications With UPS Drivers
With the concept of a “peak season” melting away during the pandemic, Coyote Logistics sought a better way to manage UPS drivers at the parcel giant’s hub facilities.

November 12, 2021
By Bloomberg
Trucking Profits Soar as Their Customers Grapple With Shortages
November 10, 2021
By Bloomberg
Snarled Supply Chain Is Making U.S. Warehouse Shortage Worse
November 8, 2021
By Sponsored by Inmar Intelligence
Five Imperatives for Selecting the Right Reverse Logistics Provider
October 21, 2021
By SupplyChainBrain
CEVA Logistics Strengthens Presence in Central Asia, Opens New Office in Uzbekistan
October 18, 2021
By Sponsored by Ryder
The Blending of Human Capital and Robots in a World of Automation

October 14, 2021
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Watch: The Blending of Human Capital and Robots in a World of Automation
October 4, 2021
By Ryder
20/20: Perfecting End-to-End Visibility in Your Supply Chain
September 30, 2021
By GreyOrange
E-Commerce Company Cuts Order Fulfillment Time by 40%
September 22, 2021
By Bloomberg
FedEx Partners With Self-Driving Car Startup Aurora in Texas
September 20, 2021
By SupplyChainBrain
Shippers Are Investing in Tech, Nearshoring to Bounce Back From Covid

To Maximize E-Commerce ROI, Shipping Technology Needs to Go Beyond APIs
November 1, 2021 | Pierbridge
How to Lower Freight Costs and Increase Service Through Mode Flexibility
November 1, 2021 | Ryder
Unlocking Opportunity in the Post-Purchase Ecosystem
November 1, 2021 | Inmar
Five Imperatives for Selecting the Right Reverse Logistics Provider
November 1, 2021 | Inmar
Ace Hardware Leverages BluJay’s Transportation Management to Reduce Freight Spend
October 1, 2021 | BluJay Solutions

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Surviving in the U.S. Transportation Market
August 14, 2019
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